Rita Moore, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

As a licensed professional counselor, I have dedicated my life to assisting others to live life to their ultimate potential. I have been fortunate to have had the opportunity to help varied populations in areas of mental health counseling by addressing trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, parenting, domestic violence, and self-esteem concerns. I am committed to providing guidance, support, advocacy and value sharing to assist others on their individual journey to live life more productively. It is my desire to be sensitive to the needs of individuals within my influence, engage them in services, and to promote healthy choices and self-efficacy.

From a very young age, I knew that I wanted to help people; however, I did not know how that would look. As I matured it became apparent to me that I was purposed to work with individuals who seemed the most vulnerable and marginalized. Growing up in a small town outside of Lynchburg, VA, I saw many social, economic, spiritual, emotional and mental health needs of individuals and families. Therefore, as I sought an educational path that would best prepare me to assist those who were hurting. I obtained an undergraduate degree in Sociology from Longwood University in Farmville, VA. Once I began working in the field I was inspired to gain more knowledge and to become more proficient in helping others. I then earned a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling (MS) from Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA. Continuing to see and hear the adversities and challenges experienced by many, I grew to believe that by increasing ones faith through the counseling process, one could become more victorious. I therefore continued my education and earned another Master’s Degree in Divinity (DMin) from VA Union University, Richmond, VA. Currently, I am working toward a Doctorate Degree with emphasis on counseling at Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA. I have worked over 29 years in the mental health field and only though God’s grace HE has shown His mercy allowing individuals to make those positive changes to live New Lives.

My approach to clinical work is eclectic which may include, but not limited to, Cognitive behavior (CBT), Dialectical Behavior (DBT), Rational Emotive (RET) and Spiritual Based therapies. Regardless of the identified counseling method, I believe that counseling is best received when compassion is implemented and delivered in a person-centered manner. It is my goal to meet the individuals and families where they are, without judgement, so that they may begin to have a higher level of functioning. It is through ethically sound practices, solution-focused, and evidence-based strategies that I join with individuals and families to assist them on this life’s journey. ​